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for SUSUMU SATO
Sponsored by His loving Sato Family in Japan and Rebecca Ingrid Sato.
Mia Lancaster
October 14, 2020
Dearest Rebecca,
I am so very sorry. Susumu was a wonderful person and friend.
You and Susumu were such a close part of my life for so long. I cannot count the visits I made to your NYC studio during the '90s - was it 100? More? The soul connection between you and your Susumu was an overriding sentiment during all those visits - it came to be almost a study on how much in tune two people could be. Losing constant contact was inevitable after you moved to Wyndam. However, the image in my mind of the two of you - always working together, anticipating each other's creative input and executing it in what seemed an effortless way to outsiders but which I know you both struggled hard to achieve - this remained how I remembered you during the long periods in between getting together in recent years. Susumu's dedication and commitment to you were absolute - as was yours to him - and if talent could have saved him, he would have lived forever.
My heart breaks for you, Rebecca. Please accept my deepest condolences and love.
Mia
Alejandra Hurtado
July 21, 2020
Dearest Rebecca,
I want to show my deepest symphathy for the loss of our dear Susumu Sato. He will always be remembered for his talent as a photographer and as a chef. I will always remember how kind you both were to me, and how caring he was when cooking his delicious Japanese plates and soups after a day of work. My dear Rebecca, you are in my thoughts during this difficult time.
Lots of love from Peru,
Your friend Alejandra Hurtado
Alejandra Hurtado
July 21, 2020
Dearest Rebecca,
I wanted to show my deepest sympathy for the loss of our dear Susumu. He will always be remembered for his talent as a photographer and as a chef. I will always remember how kind you both were to me, and how caring he was when cooking his delicious japanese plates and soups after a day of work. My dear Rebecca, you are in my thoughts during this difficult time.
Lots of love from Peru,
Your friend Alejandra Hurtado.
Bill ( "William") Wilkerson
July 19, 2020
Dear Rebecca,
I am so sorry to hear of Susumu's passing. You certainly had a wonderful and exciting life with him. While I only got to know the excellent gourmet chef part of Susumu ,I learned of his background as a famous photographer as I enjoyed the studio.
Talking to you and Susumu was like being at a home away from home. I will miss him ! I know you will never forget him. You are a strong person and will be alright!
Love William Wilkerson
Laura + Jim Hass
July 19, 2020
Rebecca,
Illness can shake up the world in a way that little else can.
Thinking of you ! Sending you love !
Jim and Laura
Emma Turner
July 19, 2020
Rebecca,
Just a note to say how sorry I 'am for your sorrow .You are in my prayers every day. God loves you and is always there for you . I know as he was for me too. Keep God close to you!
Love + Blessings,
Emma Turner
Caty & Jean-Claude Durand
July 19, 2020
Bonsoir Rebecca,
Nous sommes tristes d'apprendre que Susu a ete tres malade, a souffert beaucoup et finalment n'est plus la depuis 2 mois.
Je ne t'ai pas repondu de suite, l'expo avec ce Coronavirus est compliquee est fatiguant. nous sommes triste de savoir que tu es seule a Windham .
Avec tout ca nous n'irons pas a New York avant longtemps.....
La vie est dure, et apres ce sera nous.
Nous t'embrassons tres fort ! A bien tot.
A lot of kisses
Caty et Jean-Claude Durand
Mario Nistico & Dawn White
July 19, 2020
Dear Rebecca,
Dawn and I are truly sorry to hear about the passing of Susumu. Even though we never met him in person, the personal tour you gave us of your collected memories was enough to understand the true love you both have for each other.We understand this is a difficult time for you, but the memories and love you have ,last for eternity.
We long for the physical contact,but it is the spiritual connection that we take with us never diminishes. May you find peace in knowing that you both are true lovers forever and nothing ,or no one ,can ever take that away from you.
Mario Nistico & dawn White
Joyce Brooks, Rebecca Sato and Susumu Sato (from left to right)
Joyce Brooks & Gerard McKeen
July 12, 2020
Death leaves a heartache
No one can heal
Love leaves memory no
one can steal
Rest in Peace dear Susumu
God Bless.........
With love
Joyce & Gerard
The Takashi Sato Family and all brothers and sisters
July 12, 2020
Susumu was the beloved, youngest son of our family, who at an early age fell in love with photography. He followed his dreams by studying photography and graduating from the Tokyo College of Photography.
As a young man, determined to make his mark he set out from his home country to establish his name in New York City, the mecca of creativity and all things possible. The Takashi family is deeply mourning his passing and Susumu will remain in everyone's hearts forever.
Hi Rebecca,<br />I am so sorry for your loss. So sad to finally find you<br />in this tragic moment. I loved Sato very much and <br />you always were good friends of mine.<br />We stay in touch and again my sincere sympathy.<br
jean pierre langlois
July 12, 2020
Hi Rebecca,
I am so sorry for your loss.. So sad to finally find you
in this tragic moment. I loved Sato very much and
you always were good friends of mine.
We stay in touch and again my sincere sympathy.
p.s. Heres a good photo of us in his studio.
Fred Sabo Chikako Ishihara
July 4, 2020
The People we Love become a Part of Who we are
And when they leave this world a part of them stay with us ALWAYS !!
With love and sympathy our sincerest condolences.
Fred and Chikako
Marie Povilitis
July 4, 2020
Dear Rebecca,
May your heart be quieted by the gentle peace of God and strengthened by the promise of HIS care.
With sincere sympathy.
In Christian Love,
Marie Povilitis
Christine and Sean Doolan
July 4, 2020
Forever in our Hearts !
Dear Rebecca ,
With heartfelt Sympathy in your loss, We will greatly miss Susumu. We are so very sorry for your profound loss.
Love from Sean + Christine Doolan
Jim+ Laura Hass
July 4, 2020
In memory and in celebration of someone who made this world a brighter and better place.......as a person and with his photography.........Susumu !
With warmest thoughts and deepest sympathy.
With Love Jim + Laura
Dr. Robert Schneider & Staff
July 4, 2020
To Rebecca & Family,
Hope it helps to know that God is holding your beloved Susumu in his arms and holding you in his heart.
Thoughts and prayers are with you .
Our Deepest Sympathies !
Dr. Robert Schneider & Staff
Lee Physical Therapy + Wellness
July 4, 2020
With deepest Sympathy
Sorry for your loss!
From your Family at
Lee Physical Therapy and Wellness
Magdalena+Bob Manno
July 4, 2020
Dear Rebecca ,
Please accept our profound sentiments of a loss of such a great artist and human being .May Susumu stay in peace!
Much love and care.
Magdalena and Bob Manno
PS: If there is anything we can do please let us know.
Pasi + Sherpa Family
July 4, 2020
Dear Rebecca,
We are so sorry for your loss . Susumu was a great friend and an even better neighbor . He will always be remembered for his kindness and we will keep him in our hearts forever. We are here for you during this difficult time. With love,
The Sherpa Family
PS: We hope you feel comforted just knowing we're thinking of you
Tom+ Anne Jakubowski
July 4, 2020
Dear Rebecca,
we are sorry for the passing of Susumu We hope and pray that Lord Jesus would draw you close to him as you go through this difficult time. God is faithful and will comfort you and provide for you all your needs as you trust him. We are praying for you and Susumu.
Sincerely in Christ Jesus , Tom and Anne Jakubowski
Marianna + Leslie Leman
July 4, 2020
May you find a lasting and loving comfort in Gods care and in the reflection of every memory reminding you that all our love heartfelt sorrow Rebecca ,we will never forget Susumu.
Vito, Lenore , Leslie, Marianna and the Boys
Jean Pierre Langlois
July 2, 2020
Dear Rebecca,
I am so sorry for your loss. So sad to finally find you in this tragic moment.I loved Sato very much and you
were always good friends of mine. We stay in touch and again my sincere sympathy.
Love, JP
PS Here's a good photo of us in your studio in NYC.
Lliam (prevously)Skip and Ron Boling
June 30, 2020
Dearest Rebecca,
Our deepest sympathy regarding Susumu's passing. We will always remember his humbleness, warmth& kindness........as well as his enormous talent as an artist... as well as a gardener . We're always thinking so fondly of you . we must get together ,come and visit soon, Lliam (Skip) and Ron
PS:I shall always think of Susumu with two distinct images. The enormously sensible and complex artist who would create :" Susumu Sato's Eternal Snow Images of the Northern Catskills (C)TM and the seemingly simple gardener and chef who delighted in the joys of raising and cooking food and sharing it with friends . We shall miss him a lot ! Ron
Christina Ciccarelli
June 28, 2020
Dearest Rebecca, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your love. I know that your life will never be the same without Susumu's joyful and creative presence by your side.
Sending you a hug from me and mine in this sad time !
With love, Christina Ciccarelli, ne Hughey
Sara Pruiksma - Rizzo
June 27, 2020
Dear Rebecca ,
I am so sorry for your loss. It's been a long time since I have seen either one of you at the Athens Cultural Center,but I remember you and Susumu fondly. You were always together and were such a great talented team. My deepest condolences to you during this difficult time and always. Fondly Sara Pruiksma - Rizzo
Gerry Daniels
June 27, 2020
Rebecca . so sorry of Susumu's passing. I remember all the good times we had together when I came
to New York City. My sorrow is with you my friend. He was a very good man and great artist !
Love you, Gerry
Leszek Plewinski
June 27, 2020
A few days ago i found out that Susu died. Please accept my condolences. I remember our last meeting in Basias apartment in NYC 2013. I am so sad and sadly connect with you. My sisters close friend !
I send you all my love ,
Leszek Plewinski
Danette Lee
June 27, 2020
So sorry for your loss Rebecca. Susumu was so kind during our stay at Beds on Clouds .He was so talented . He even shared his garden with us !
Romano Vitali
June 27, 2020
Rebecca, mi dispiace tantissimo per Sato ! Ti abbraccio, Rebecca , devi essere forte !
Con amore , Romano
Reina Camacho - Oropeza Andrew Flournoy
June 27, 2020
Dear Rebecca,
I am so sorry for your loss. Andrew and I fondly remember the wonderful times we spent with you and Susumu. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us if you need anything.
With love Reina and Andrew Flournoy
Sheila + Paul Trautman
June 27, 2020
Dear Rebecca ,
We just heard the sad news. This is a shock ! Our thoughts are with you and Susumu and his photography will be missed by many of us !
Opal E.Long
June 27, 2020
Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted ! ( Matthew 5:4 ESV)
Dear Rebecca i am so saddened by the death of Susumu. My thoughts and prayers are with you !
Natasha Ruckel
June 27, 2020
So very sorry Rebecca
Ritva Hiltunen -Babcock
June 27, 2020
Darling Rebecca , so sorry for losing Susumu ! Anything I can do to help you dear?
I send you lots of love !
Jessika + Family Schreiber
June 27, 2020
Dear Rebecca,,our heartfelt condolences. Please let me know if I can be of any help. May your beloved Susumu rest in peace !
Dorothy Cooke
June 27, 2020
So, so sorry for your loss Rebecca !
Susan Ryan
June 27, 2020
Dearest Rebecca,
So sorry to hear of Susu's passing I' am sending you all my love and prayers to you. if you feel like talking please call me . All my love to you and Susu !! Your Susie
Jill and Dan Burkholder
June 27, 2020
We were so sorry to hear of your loss, Rebecca. Having crossed paths only a few times here in the Catskills, we wished we would get together again. What a great talent and wonderful person. Wishing you peace in the coming days.
Vladimir Luzgin
June 27, 2020
Dear Rebecca, i am so sorry about untimely demise of your beloved husband. I am in total shock. Please accept my sincerest condolences . May your Susumu rest in peace.
Rosemarie Hughey
June 27, 2020
Dear Friend,
I remember when we met, the time we spend together
his patience to capture the right moment
the movement the position or the light.
Rebecca, words can't wipe away your tears. Hug's won't ease your pain.
But hold on to your memories. For ever they'll remain
My sincere Condolences
Nina @ Charlie Vitale
June 24, 2020
Meine liebe Rebecca,
Ich habe gestern auf FB gesehen,dass der arme Susumu jetzt im Himmel ueber Dich wacht. Es tut uns sehr leid und wir wuenschen Dir unser herzlichstes Beileid.Du armes Mauschen, jetzt musst Du weiterhin ganz stark bleiben. Susumu leidet nun nicht mehr. Er hat die Menschheit durch seine Photographie und speziell durch Deine Hilfe soviel Kunst gegeben. Du warst sein Engel.
Bitte lass uns wissen wann sein Memorial stattfinden wird. Vielleicht ist dann der boese Virus im Schlummer und wir koennen wieder reisen. Wir umarmen Dich mit tiefer herzlichkeit und senden Dir Gesundheit und Staerke ! Deine Nina und Charlie
Joyce Brooks Gerard Mckoen
June 24, 2020
Death leaves a heartache
No one can heal
Love leaves memory no
one can steal
Rest in Peace dear Susumu
God Bless.........
With love
Joyce & Gerard
Yong Yoo
June 21, 2020
I known him since 1992, when I came to NYC TO pursuit my commercial photography career.
He was a few photographers whom I chose to learn their style of photography. He had very distinctive qualities on his work. Also I liked way of his working habit too. We finish the job when it is finished. It didn't matter it was 2 or 3 AM. Lots of long days... Did I mention I was getting overtime?
He was workaholic in good ways.
After many years in NYC, when they plan to move to Windhum l. I was able to help him the move, build storage in Kingston, renovation in old house and see old house becoming Beds on Clouds.
He taught me not only how to take a picture but he took me to fishing too. He taught me fishing like father to son. Very patient. Not like when we are at the Studio...
He was like my father. I miss him a lot.
I'll remember you forever.
Sato San & Oba jjang
Amy Shoesmith FNP-BC
June 19, 2020
Susumu Sato you were an amazing man, photographer, chef and friend. You will be misses greatly. You will forever remain in my heart. Your influence have touched mine and my daughters life through art and photography.
Your influence lives my friend. Peaceful rest! And Blessings and strength to your wife
Patty Ferrara
June 19, 2020
So sorry for Rebecca and all ! I used to cut his hair and did some artwork for him. I liked Susumu very much. Beautiful work he created. He was so gifted ! I will be thinking of him and SMILE
Rosemarie and Roy Montague - Tiesler
June 19, 2020
Our deepest condolences to Rebecca, family and friends.
Rest in peace dear Susumu - San
Lisa and Mike Hunadi
June 19, 2020
We are so very sorry about the passing of this very talented man. My husband and I stayed last June at Beds On Clouds in Windham NY . .We enjoyed the breakfasts that he prepared daily. He was an amazing chef and photographer. Our gorgeous . room was decorated with Susumu Sato's snow images. I am grateful that we had the opportunity to visit and meet Susumu and his wife Rebecca.We offer our deep condolences to Rebecca and the family.
Fumi and Hikaru Kato
June 19, 2020
Dear Rebecca,
We are very saddened by your loss. We have wonderful memories with Susumu- San and you since we stayed at your inn several years ago. Since then we are lucky that we got to know both of you and became good friends and family. We admired Susumu - San's many creative talents : His garden, his breakfasts and his photography. Especially the creation of an incredible photograph showing a large colorful fish emerging from a gushing fire hydrant. .The "Master piece" is adorning one of our walls in NYC. We will miss Susumu-San..........Please keep us posted on the date of the memorial. I will call you again and visit you !
With love, Fumi, Hikaru, Talya and Ryugo
Anke Von Pragay
June 17, 2020
Liebste Rebecca,
Von unserer gemeinsamen Freundin Bruni habe ich die so unheimlich traurige Nachricht vom Tode Deines geliebten Susumu erhalten. Ich bin geschockt und unsagbar traurig, dass auch Du nun einen solchen tragischen Verlust hinnehmen musst Meine Gedanken sind bei Dir und ich wuensche Dir viel Kraft fuer diese besonders schwierige Zeit. After all those years erinnere ich mich noch gut an Deinen Susumu! Ein wahnsinnig lieber intelligenter und so kuenstlerisch veranlagter Mann.Ihr beide seid immer fuer mich das ideale Couple gewesen.
Eure Feste in NYC werden mir immer in Erinnerung bleiben und Euer so wunderschoenes Rosenbild mit der amerikanischen Flagge hat mich um the Welt begleitet und ist noch immer mit mir hier nun im Wohnstift Beethoven in Bornheim im Rheinland.
Auch ich habe meinen geliebten Janos verloren und nun muss ich seither auch mit meinem neuen Leben wieder zurechtkommen. Das wuensche ich Dir auch von ganzem Herzen. Das Leben muss weitergehen, haette sicherlich auch Susumu gesagt und gewollt. Ich umarme Dich - in alter Verbundenheit -und mit geteilter inniger Anteilnahme.
Deine Anke
Marie Aono
June 16, 2020
Dear Rebecca, Sachiko still can not believe what happened to Susumu and she is refraining from calling you to console you because she is afraid to intensify your sadness and hers. It has been hard to accept what happened because we 've been imagining we would one day go and see both of you with my new family members.
We literally have some after shock blankness in our head and will take time to be able to accept reality as it was when I lost my grandmother and my father.
Sachiko and I are not being able to do much but we keep praying for you and Susumu-san for we know it is the best thing one can do to others, and our God is almighty. Rebecca when you feel sad pray and open a page in the bible. A message you need will appear into your eyes. Its amazing.
Rebecca ,my dear sister,lets be strong and overcome it together. Sachiko is praying for your wellbeiing.
Love and hugs ,
Marie Aono
Timothy McCann
June 15, 2020
My sincere condolences go out to my dear friend Rebecca and family. Im so sorry for your loss. It goes without sayingSusumu was an amazingly creative and gifted man. I was lucky enough to have the privilege of seeing his photography first hand at his studio many times and will forever cherish the farm-to-table lunch Susumu specially prepared just for me. He always welcomed me into his home even if I stopped by on short notice and it always felt like I had the red carpet treatment whenever I was there. Something tells me everyone that visited felt the exact same waya testament to his kind and giving nature. I will continue to keep you both in my prayers. The world is a better place for having had Susumu in it. His spirit will forever live on through his incredibly talented photography that is displayed across the world for all to see. My thoughts are with youTimothy.
Toni Perretti
June 13, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss. I pray that God will give you inner peace and comfort. God bless you and your family.
Mari and Steve Exelrud
June 13, 2020
Rebecca, we are deeply sorry and saddened for your loss of Susumu!
Tamara Hartmann
June 12, 2020
Sending you and your family lots of love and light .Rebecca, may you find comfort and kindness in your memories.
Linda Fresco
June 12, 2020
Susu ,ti riccordo con tanto affetto .Rest in peace caro amico .Un grande abbraccio a Rebecca con affetto !
Fred and Chikako Sabo
June 10, 2020
Dear Rebecca,
just want to let you know that you are a wonderful person with a big heart. We know that you and Susumu had an amazing life story together and we are so glad to got to know you and him. Know that we are your friends and we try to help you with whatever you need ! May Susumu rest in peace and surround you with his spirit !
With love from Fred and Chikako
Sarah &Micha Chemiakin
June 10, 2020
Oh dear Rebecca ,so so sad to hear this. Susumu was such a lovely person, certainly didn't deserve to suffer .and you must have had a truly awful time. Our hearts are with you and his family. take care of yourself, hugs and kisses from us both ! XOXOXOXOXOXOXO S&M
Aurora Aquino
June 10, 2020
Rest in Peace
James Starr
June 10, 2020
Super talented Photographer-RIP!
Sarah Nachin
June 10, 2020
My husband, John Spinoso, and I want to express our condolences to Rebecca. We have wonderful memories of our stay at their bed and breakfast, Beds on Clouds. Susumu prepared such delicious breakfasts. He was an amazing photographer. I purchased two of his works - a French flower flag photograph that I gave to a friend in France and his signature Windham Camel picture. He will be missed by his friends, the Windham community and, indeed, the whole world.
Larry & Amelia Gambon
June 10, 2020
Susumu had a genuine smile and gentle manner that were the hallmarks of this man with many remarkable talents. Despite his many accomplishments and awards, he always remained humble, grounded, and free of pretension. His sense of humor, kindness, and the twinkle in his eyes were what struck us most throughout the years. We will miss him.
Lori and Fred Fishkin
June 10, 2020
So fortunate to have experienced his warmth, wonderful cooking and creativity. The flags made of flowers and so much more. We are greatly saddened. Love to Rebecca.
Natalia & Frederik Olbinski
June 9, 2020
We are deeply saddened by your departure.You were a marvelous person and a gifted photographer. It feels like only yesterday when we came to visit you and Rebecca in Windham. Rebecca ,please accept our most sincere condolences . Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you rest in peace without pain !
Love forever, Natalia and Frederik
Elizabeth Roshkowska
June 9, 2020
You were one of the best photographers and I was so fortunate to know you. You will be forever remembered in the highest regard . I shall miss you a lot and your smile when you were happy. My heart goes out to your loved ones in Japan and to Rebecca , who will have my full support in every moment .
With love from Elizabeth R.
Brunhilde Kommander
June 9, 2020
Susumu,the news of your passing greatly saddened me .My heartfelt condolences go out to Rebecca and your family.My dear friend I have known you both for 45 years. I will forever cherish our precious moments and hours. I will keep you both in my prayers !
Forever ,Bruni
Celeste Moutahba
June 8, 2020
Susumu you are a very complex person. You showed me your gentleness, your ability to work with the earth and plants. And you cooked with such love filled delicate ,touch. You had an incredible artistic eye
and a sense of humor. I loved your camel in the snow ! Susumu your love is always with us.
A kiss and a hug to you Susumu ! Your Celeste
Christiane Rose
June 7, 2020
Susumu this is your long lost friend Christiane from Germany. I am so sad that I can't meet you anymore. You were such a great person and incredible artist. I loved your work . It is unforgettable. I cherish the time ,the beautiful and amazing memories we were allowed to spend with you and Rebecca.I will miss you a lot !!! Always your , Christiane Rose in Hamburg, Germany
Jim and Laura Hass
June 1, 2020
my wife and I traveled to windam 10 years ago , on a trip to find our own bit of peace and comfort after a loss so profound it had shaken us to the core..
We stayed at Susumo and Rebecca's B&B expecting to find a quite place but we found much more.
Upon meeting them we found ourselves pouring out emotions we had only shared with very few people and to at that time complete strangers. It was if we had known them all our lives and were separated by 800 miles. They invited us into their own home and we spent hours talking until 2 am. We came strangers and left as friends and family. Susumo graciously gave us a couple of his snowscape photos which we cherish and have framed in our home and think of them with fond memories.
Rebecca you may never know what that visit did for us and your and Susumo's kindness has stayed with us always. Susumo will be missed by us and we Love you both.
With the most Heartfelt condolences and love. Rest in peace until we can be together once more
Jim and Laura Hass
Inu + kathleen Segerstrom
June 1, 2020
My darling Susumu, I read these prayers on your bedside but you weren't conscious; i hope they will comfort you where ever you are.: ISAIAH 43.2 : When you pass through the waters. I will be with you; and through the rivers,they shall not overwhelm you, when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you. God does show us the way home.
Do not be afraid ! Whatever you fear, God is ready to take away from you whatever you have said ,God is ready to speak mercy to you;whatever you have done God is ready to forgive you.
My Mausi _Chan ,God gave you talent and you used it to create beauty in this world through your photography.he gave you creativity and an artist eye. your photography is your gift to the world!! with love from INU and KATHLEEN
lenore and Vito radelich
May 30, 2020
Our deep and heartfelt condolences to Rebecca and the family in Japan.
We have known you many years Susumo, and your friendship has Blessed our lives. We will never forget your kindness.
How we enjoyed your magnificent miso soup with the Japanese squash and fish broth cooked in that beautiful clay pot. Not sure if you had made that broth out of the fish you had caught in the waters of Long Island where you often loved to go and fish. You truly excelled in the culinary arts with your lovely food and guests breakfasts. You have had many, many talents. One of which we will always remember, is that beautiful garden in the rear of your B&B and home. Filled with all kinds of wonderful salad greens and vegetables. A feast for the eyes. You were so kind and generous to bring for our garden a variety of tomato plants that you started from seed in your greenhouse. How proud you were of those little plants that grew into a magical crop pf organic heirloom varieties.
A quiet gentle man, full of humility and love, that is how we will always remember you. Rest peacefully in the arms of God Susumo, until we meet again.
Susan Miller
May 27, 2020
Susan Miller lit a candle
Our hearts are saddened by the loss of our Windham neighbor ,the very talented artist Susumu Sato.Our sincerest condolences to Rebecca and family. Susumu will be surely missed by the entire community !
Mariola Olbinski
May 27, 2020
Mariola Olbinski planted a tree in Memory of Susumu Sato
My dear Rebecca and family... My heartfelt thoughts are with you at this very painful time. Susumu is always with you in spirit...........LOVE Mariola
Yienkoo & Kenneth King
May 27, 2020
Yienkoo & Kenneth King planted a tree in memory of Susumu Sato
To our beloved friend who is an exceptionally wonderful human being. A good student of TAI-CHI
We shall miss him very much
Karey Lombardo
May 27, 2020
Dear Rebecca, This is Karey and Natalie,We just heard the absolutely awful news about Susumu's passing. I am so sorry for your loss.He was such a wonderful talented man,amazing artist and chef! Natalie and I were just so sad and shocked when we found out ..Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Lots of love, Karey
Andrew Webb
May 27, 2020
Rebecca,
My deepest condolences to you during this time. Susumu will live on in your memories and cherished thoughts of him. Celebration of his life is the best way to honor his memory.
Jose Martinez -Gonzalez
May 26, 2020
I loved working with Sato throughout the years as his assistant. He was such a talented and kind man and he gave me the feeling like having a DAD far away from home. I also shared many meals with him and his wife Rebecca. He loved creating food and surprise his guest. Once at Christmas he gifted me with one of his incredible photographs to give to my MoM. I am extremely sad by his passing .Adios Susumu. you will be in my heart forever. rest in Peace !!
Darlene & Paul
May 26, 2020
We enjoyed sharing meals and stories in the times we sat with Susumu. He will be missed by many, not only for his talent but for his kindness and gentle spirit. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Kasia and Janucz Kapusta
May 25, 2020
We heard the sad news that we lost Susumu.Even though we hadn't seen each other for a long time you have always been in our sweet and warm as a wonderful couple and Susumu as an amazing fellow artist.in pain , Kasia and Janucz Kapusta
Kathleen Gray
May 24, 2020
Susumu left Japan to follow his dream to become a world class photographer and established himself in Manhattan. His work there spanned three decades. He was a talented photographer who created works of artistic beauty and outstanding commercial photography. I remember his also as a generous friend who loved to entertain guests and cook unique delicious foods based on his Japanese roots. My deepest condolences to wife Rebecca and his family. Rest in Peace Susumu.
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You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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